5’2 F, 138 lbs. My surgeon thinks I’m a D cup and that insurance will most likely not cover my breast reduction. He said he can only take 275-300 grams out. I asked for a full B, small C cup. I felt as if I wasn’t heard out completely about my symptoms, size, etc since he thinks I’m not big enough. Do I seek other opinions?
Answer: Cup sizes Cup sizes are not exact and can vary by bra manufacturer. From the submitted photos and your stated goals you appear to be a better candidate for a small reduction with a lift. You can consider auto augmentation as well which uses your own tissue to give more upper pole fullness. This is different than fat grafting. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.
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Answer: Cup sizes Cup sizes are not exact and can vary by bra manufacturer. From the submitted photos and your stated goals you appear to be a better candidate for a small reduction with a lift. You can consider auto augmentation as well which uses your own tissue to give more upper pole fullness. This is different than fat grafting. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.
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February 19, 2024
Answer: Breasts Your surgeon is correct. Insurance does usually require about 500 grams to be removed from each breast. If you pay out of pocket, you can have a small reduction.
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February 19, 2024
Answer: Breasts Your surgeon is correct. Insurance does usually require about 500 grams to be removed from each breast. If you pay out of pocket, you can have a small reduction.
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February 16, 2024
Answer: Wanting a breast reduction Hello, thank you for your photos and question. The only thing that is important to the insurance is the grams that can be removed. This number is already figured out by your insurance co and you have to meet those goals or that number based off your height, weight and BMI. These numbers will give a BSA score and your insurance will decide if its covered off that. The surgeon can give his recommendations on what he or she can safely remove, but remember you want them to only remove what they feel is safe at the time as you don't want lose of blood supply to the nipple with removing to much just to reach an insurance goal.
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February 16, 2024
Answer: Wanting a breast reduction Hello, thank you for your photos and question. The only thing that is important to the insurance is the grams that can be removed. This number is already figured out by your insurance co and you have to meet those goals or that number based off your height, weight and BMI. These numbers will give a BSA score and your insurance will decide if its covered off that. The surgeon can give his recommendations on what he or she can safely remove, but remember you want them to only remove what they feel is safe at the time as you don't want lose of blood supply to the nipple with removing to much just to reach an insurance goal.
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February 16, 2024
Answer: Insurance issue Hello. I agree with colleagues above. You would most benefit from lifting and mild reduction which suits your silhouette. Happy to answer any questions. Thanks
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February 16, 2024
Answer: Insurance issue Hello. I agree with colleagues above. You would most benefit from lifting and mild reduction which suits your silhouette. Happy to answer any questions. Thanks
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February 15, 2024
Answer: Bellesoma Breast Reduction From the sides of your breasts, it is unlikely that you will qualify for a breast reduction by insurance. The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. This technique is not covered by insurance.
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February 15, 2024
Answer: Bellesoma Breast Reduction From the sides of your breasts, it is unlikely that you will qualify for a breast reduction by insurance. The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. This technique is not covered by insurance.
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